Anatomical Study of Red-eared TurteTail (Trachemys scripta elegans)

Proceeding International Conference on Science and Engineering ◽

10.14421/icse.v2.72 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 2 ◽

pp. 137-140

Author(s):

Putri Nofita ◽

Muhammad Ja’far Luthfi ◽

Reza Sukma Dewi

Keyword(s):

Anatomical Study ◽

Slow Motion ◽

Axial Skeleton ◽

Trachemys Scripta ◽

Histological Structure ◽

Fat Tissue ◽

Trachemys Scripta Elegans ◽

Alizarin Red ◽

First Time ◽

Hematoxylin Eosin

Turtles are reptiles armored backs hard, slow motion, appearing for the first time about 200 million years ago and relative ly unchanged for 150 million years. This study aims to determine the anatomical structure of the axial skeleton and determine the histologic structure of red-eared turtles (Trachemys scripta elegans) females. The method used, among others, Alizarin Red S staining Alcian Blue, methods of paraffin with Hematoxylin-eosin staining (HE) and Mallory acid fuchsin and used 3 adult turtles 3 years old. The results showed that vertebral caudalis red-eared turtles (Trachemys scripta elegans) females composed of true bone, vertebrae-type amphicoelous not have plains autotomy and histology red-eared turtles (Trachemys scripta elegans) females resemble histological structure other tail reptiles with some differences that only have 4 files do not have the muscle and fat tissue.

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Comparative Anatomy of Axial Skeleton of Red-eared Turtle (Trachemys scripta elegans, Wied 1838) and Softshell Turtle (Amyda cartilaginea, Boddaert 1770)

Proceeding International Conference on Science and Engineering ◽

10.14421/icse.v2.62 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 2 ◽

pp. 97-100

Author(s):

Hanif Mustafa ◽

Muhammad Ja’far Luthfi ◽

Fadhilatul Ilmi ◽

Ida Khoirunnisa ◽

Takrima Takrima

Keyword(s):

Comparative Anatomy ◽

Cervical Vertebrae ◽

Axial Skeleton ◽

Trachemys Scripta ◽

Blue Staining ◽

Alcian Blue Staining ◽

Lateral Side ◽

Trachemys Scripta Elegans ◽

Alizarin Red ◽

Softshell Turtles

Red-eared turtle and softshell turtles belong Cryptodira Suborder which has a different characteristic in neck length and head movement. The aim of this study was to determine of the axial skeleton anatomical structure including vertebrae, carapace and plastron of the red-eared turtle (Trachemys scripta elegans Wied, 1838) and softshell turtles (Amyda cartilaginea Boddaert, 1770) females. This research was carried out for five months starting from September 2013 to January 2014. The methods used in this study were th e X-Ray method, boiled bone and Alizarin Red S-Alcian blue staining. The result of research was analyzed descriptively comparatively by direct observation using a digital camera. Based on the results of the study the Red-eared turtle tortoise has a number of 7 cervical vertebrae, 9th vertebrae, sacral vertebrae 1 segment and vertebrae caudalis 27 segments. The anterior and posterior zygapophysis of the cervix elongate thus affecting the limited lateral movement. The thoracic center of the vertebrae adjusts the shape of the carapace. The sacralis vertebrae have 1 centrum segment extending on the lateral side attached to the carapace called the lateral pars, the caudal centrum is short and there is a shortened anterior zygapophysis structure. Whereas softshell turtles have slender and long centrums. The anterior and posterior zygapophysis are smaller and allow the softshell turtles to perform more lateral movements. Centrum vertebrae of the thorachalis have a flat shape adjusting the shape of the carapace. Sacralis vertebrae have 2 centrum and 2 lateral pars extending and meeting each other to form a hole sacralia pelvina, centrum vertebrae caudalis extends and there is a neural spinal structure. Carapace of the red-eared turtle consists of fused pieces. Whereas the carapace in the softshell turtles consists of pieces covered by cartilage. The constituent component of carapace and plastron of the red-eared turtle consists of true bones completely, while the constituent components of the carapace and plastron of softshell turtles consist of true bones and cartilage on the sides and connective between the carapace and plastron.

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Haemangioma in the oesophagus of a red-eared slider ( Trachemys scripta elegans )

Acta Veterinaria Hungarica ◽

10.1556/avet.57.2009.4.2 ◽

2009 ◽

Vol 57 (4) ◽

pp. 477-484 ◽

Cited By ~ 7

Author(s):

János Gál ◽

Csaba Jakab ◽

Zoltán Szabó ◽

Péter Pazár ◽

Roland Psáder ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Endothelial Cells ◽

Blood Vessels ◽

Cross Section ◽

Initial Diagnosis ◽

Trachemys Scripta ◽

Trachemys Scripta Elegans ◽

Poor Condition ◽

First Time

A haemangioma developing in the wall of the oesophagus and protruding into its cavity is reported for the first time from a Red-eared Slider ( Trachemys scripta elegans ). As the tumour mechanically hampered swallowing, the animal was unable to eat and consequently developed a poor condition. Histopathology of the tumour revealed all characteristics of a haemangioma: the blood-filled blood-vessels having an irregular cross-section were lined with endothelial cells. Claudin-5 immunohistochemical antibodies were employed for characterising the tumour, and this examination confirmed our initial diagnosis of a haemangioma.

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Calcification of Axial Skeleton and Segmentation Muscular Regeneration of Gecko’s Tail (Gekko Gecko Linnaeus, 1758)

Proceeding International Conference on Science and Engineering ◽

10.14421/icse.v2.83 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 2 ◽

pp. 189-192

Author(s):

Azkiya Zahrotus Syarifah ◽

Muhammad Ja’far Luthfi ◽

Alfiatun Wa’is Khusnul Khatimah ◽

Aulya Nidaur Rahmah

Keyword(s):

Data Base ◽

Axial Skeleton ◽

Blue Color ◽

Alizarin Red ◽

Gekko Gecko ◽

X Ray ◽

Tail Autotomy ◽

Hematoxylin Eosin ◽

Paraffin Method ◽

Muscular Regeneration

Gecko is an animal that can carry out autotomy. Research on gecko tail autotomy has been carried out, but there are still few who research the axial skeleton that focuses on vertebrae caudales and segmentation muscular arranged, this is the background of this research. This research is expected to be data base further research and as a comparison between animals that can induce further autotomy. This study aims to determine the macrostructure and microstructure of axial axial gecko tail regenerates and determine the anatomical microstructure of muscular regeneration of gecko tail. The methods used were X-Ray, Alizarin Red S and Alcian Blue, Paraffin method with hematoxylin-eosin staining, and Mallory Triple Stain. The results showed that the color of the gecko tail regenerate was paler compared to the original tail. On observations using radiological rays and alizarin staining showed that the original tail wo uld look segmented and have a process. The original gecko tail is composed of bones, because it is red which shows perfectly calcified bone. While the gecko tail regenerate is composed of cartilage that is shaped like a long pipe glazed red because it has calcified. At the end of the tail there is also a blue color, this indicates that the gecko tail regenerate has not been completely calcified. Segmentation Muscular of the original gecko tail, when viewed longitudinally, indicates a segment that extends from one process to the skin and when viewed from the cross has only four muscle segments separated by the septum. While the gecko tail regenerate when viewed in a longitudinal manner there is no segment and when seen transversely there are 12 muscle segments seen. Muscles are composed of a collection of myotubes that form myotomes, each myotomes limited by myoseptum.

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Macro and Microanatomical Structures of Lizard’s Regenerate Tail (Mabouya multifasciata Kuhl, 1820)

Proceeding International Conference on Science and Engineering ◽

10.14421/icse.v2.49 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 2 ◽

pp. 25-29

Author(s):

Ardiana Ardiana ◽

Muhammad Ja’far Luthfi ◽

Nyoman Puniawati Soesilo ◽

Laila Ainun Nisa ◽

Risti Widyaningsih

Keyword(s):

Alcian Blue ◽

Axial Skeleton ◽

Alizarin Red S ◽

Alizarin Red ◽

X Ray ◽

Regenerate Tail ◽

Micro Structures ◽

Hematoxylin Eosin ◽

Paraffin Method

Lizards are animals that can do autotomy. Research on the autotomy of lizard’s tail has been carried out, but few have examined about axial skeletons that focus on vertebrae caudales or arranged muscles. That is the background of this research. This research is expected to be a database for further research and as a comparison between animals that can perform other autotomies. This research intend to determine the macro and micro structures of the anatomical axial skeleton lizard’s regenerate tail and to know the micro structures of anatomy muscular segmentation lizard’s regenerate tail. The used methods are X-Ray, Alizarin Red S and Alcian Blue, Paraffin method with Hematoxylin-Eosin and Mallory Triple Strain staining. The result showed that the lizard's regenerate tail was darker than the original. On observations using X-Ray and Alizarin staining showed that the original tail is seen broad and have a Processus. The original lizard's tail is composed of bones, because it is red which shows perfectly calcified bones. While the regenerate of the lizard's tail is composed of bones in the form of long pipes which are red-colored because they have calcified from outside. Muscular segmentation of the original lizard's tail when viewed transversely has irregular segments. While the lizard's regenerate tail has 15 muscle segments. Muscles are composed of a collection of myotubes that become myotomes, each of myotomes confined by the myoseptum.

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Morphology and biometry of the reproductive organs of adult males of Trachemys scripta elegans reared in São Paulo state, Brazil

Pesquisa Veterinária Brasileira ◽

10.1590/1678-5150-pvb-5848 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 39 (7) ◽

pp. 538-548 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Adriana Gradela ◽

Isabelle Caroline Pires ◽

Marcelo D. Faria ◽

Maria Helena T. Matos ◽

Mateus M. Costa ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Native Species ◽

Reproductive Tract ◽

Reproductive Organs ◽

The Body ◽

Trachemys Scripta ◽

Conservation Strategies ◽

Histological Structure ◽

Adult Males ◽

Trachemys Scripta Elegans ◽

Body Development

ABSTRACT: Trachemys scripta elegans is an American underwater chelonian illegally marketed in Brazilian pet shops. When abandoned in nature, it compromises native species, threatening local biodiversity. However, little is known about the body development and structure of its reproductive tract. The objective of the present study was to investigate the morphology and biometry of testis, epididymis and penis, as well as the biometry of the body and secondary sexual characters in this species. Twenty-seven adult males were used aiming to contribute to preservation actions in captivity, population control, and scientific research, as well as to interspecific comparisons. Sex identification by the third claw length was effective, and the specimens presented harmonious and positive body development between mass, carapace, plastron, and height, with unimodal tendency and higher frequency of maximum carapace length at 15cm. The testes and epididymides presented biometric similarity between the antimeres and anatomical and histological structure similar to that of other species of chelonians and mammals, except for the type of epithelium. The findings suggest that there is conserved morphology between slider turtles and homology in relation to mammals. Histological similarity to the reproductive organs of other amniotes, including humans, may give rise to scientific and comparative studies, essential for the establishment of conservation strategies in reptiles.

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INABILITY TO INDUCE TYMPANIC SQUAMOUS METAPLASIA USING ORGANOCHLORINE COMPOUNDS IN VITAMIN A-DEFICIENT RED-EARED SLIDERS (TRACHEMYS SCRIPTA ELEGANS)

Journal of Wildlife Diseases ◽

10.7589/0090-3558-44.3.664 ◽

2008 ◽

Vol 44 (3) ◽

pp. 664-669 ◽

Cited By ~ 5

Author(s):

Karl R. Kroenlein ◽

Jonathan M. Sleeman ◽

Steven D. Holladay ◽

Priscilla H. Joyner ◽

Justin D. Brown ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Vitamin A ◽

Squamous Metaplasia ◽

Trachemys Scripta ◽

Organochlorine Compounds ◽

Trachemys Scripta Elegans

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Helminths from the red-eared slider Trachemys scripta elegans (Chelonia: Emydidae) in marshes from the eastern Iberian Peninsula: first report of Telorchis attenuata (Digenea: Telorchiidae)

Basic and Applied Herpetology ◽

10.11160/bah.38 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 28 ◽

Author(s):

JesÃºs Cardells ◽

MarÃa Magdalena Garijo ◽

Clara MarÃn ◽

Santiago Vera

Keyword(s):

Iberian Peninsula ◽

Intestinal Tract ◽

Trachemys Scripta ◽

Trachemys Scripta Elegans ◽

Emys Orbicularis ◽

First Report ◽

Digenean Trematode ◽

Limited Sampling ◽

Mauremys Leprosa ◽

New Habitats

The present work describes the presence of a digenean in the red-eared turtle Trachemys scripta elegans (Wied-Neuwied, 1839) in marshes of the Valencian Community. The faeces and intestinal tract of 105 animals were examined. Only one helminth species was found and identified as the digenean trematode Telorchis atenuatta (Goldberger, 1911), present in the 7.6% of the animals analysed. This is the first report of the parasite in sliders from Spain. Although conclusions are preliminary due to the limited sampling, our results suggest that the presence of red-eared turtles in new habitats may increase the risk of introducing new microorganisms and new diseases with them, altering the sanitary status of the autochthonous terrapins Mauremys leprosa (Schweigger, 1812) and Emys orbicularis (Linnaeus, 1758).

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